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Broccoli rabe

This thinner version of traditional broccoli is a heart-healthy favorite among southern Mediterranean Italians. The Mediterranean Diet has been associated with increased longevity and low rate of heart disease and cancer. With a cup of chopped broccoli rabe containing a mere 25 calories and a whopping 130 percent of the daily value for vitamin C, its no wonder its a routine veggie choice among Mediterranean lovers.Tip: Try this quinoa with broccoli rabe side dish that combines sautéed broccoli rabe with quinoa, an easy-to-make grain. After one forkful of this high-fiber side dish, you will think youre in Sicily — even on St. Pattys Day. Bonus tip: Whole wheat couscous can be substituted for quinoa.